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Ted was born and raised in Toronto and is a graduate in Political Science and Economics of the University of Toronto. He moved to Orillia with his family in 1979 where he lived in Ward 4. Eight years later he moved to Ward 1 where he has lived ever since. Ted is married to Julia Bailey, an Orillia family lawyer, and has three children; Chris (Lisa, Kyle and Michelle), Gerry, and Erinn (Liam). After a forty year career as a Human Resources consultant to Canadian private and public sector organizations, Ted retired at the end of 2010. Ted was also Mayor of the City of Orillia from 1986 to 1988, twice elected a Commissioner of the Orillia Water Light and Power Commission during the 1990s, and a member of the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (2012-present) and OSMH Foundation Boards of Directors (2012-2015). Ted is committed to serving Ward 1 citizens as one of your Councillors and returning Orillia to growth, prosperity and community involvement.

David was born and raised in Orillia, along with his four brothers Allan, Ray, Wayne and Brian. His father Ray was a former City of Orillia employee in the Parks and Recreation department. David now lives in Ward 1 with his wife Nancy. Their daughter Emily is attending the University of Guelph.

David may look familiar to you from his years spent in the automotive business in Orillia. He has worked at Reg Smith Motors, Orillia Dodge and Thor Motors. While working, he earned his Microsoft Certifications and became co-owner of Northern Business Equipment. He is now employed as the I.T. Technician for a neighbouring Municipality.

Over the past four years, David has been the Chair of Orillia’s Active Transportation Committee and the Vice President of the Orillia Winter Carnival. In preparation for the position of Councillor, he participated in a course on Municipal Government through the AMCTO (Association of Municipal Clerks & Treasurers of Ontario).

David can often be found walking, riding his bicycle and attending various events in Ward 1 and throughout the community.

It is David’s goal to remain open and transparent to ensure that the people he represents are informed and involved in the decisions made at City Hall.

Born in Wingham, Ontario and raised with his 3 siblings on the family farm, Rob Kloostra learned early the value of hard work, team work and perseverance. Rob moved to Orillia in 1993 to take a full-time job with Zehrs Markets where he was dedicated for 25 years. In 2016, Rob retired from the grocery business and has taken on the role of Vice President with Happy at Home. Rob is dedicated to council duties. Rob Kloostra is married with two boys aged 14 and 16. He is well versed in the local community as both a parent and a volunteer for Orillia Minor Hockey.

Rob and his wife Sheona are owners of a busy homecare agency, Happy at Home Support Services Inc. and they employ over 40 caregivers with day to day operations falling to Sheona. Rob is no stranger to pitching in. Rob will be very accessible during his tenure and looks forward to representing the people of this wonderful city with honesty, integrity and fiscal responsibility.

Ralph Cipolla believes in Orillia. He grew up here, started his business here and raised his family here. For over thirty nine years he has committed to making Orillia a better place both as a private citizen and as Councillor. He has been elected councillor in Ward 2 for two consecutive terms and was elected in 1977 becoming Orillia's youngest councillor. During Ralph's tenure on council he has served on various committees including the Mayor's Lakehead Task Force, which was instrumental in bringing Lakehead University to Orillia. Ralph was also the chair of the committee that produced "The Action Plan for Affordable Housing." Ralph's accomplishments include: Founder of St. Bernard's Breakfast Club, which has become the model that is now used across Ontario, President of the Elizabeth Overend Non Profit Housing Orillia Inc., Recipient of Canada's 125th Anniversary Medal for Community Service Award, Orillia's Citizen of the Year in 1991, founder of the Orillia's Perch, Jazz and the Leacock Wine Festivals, Director of the Chamber of Commerce, board member of the Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital Board and many, many others. In 1971 Ralph opened C.C. Pant Shop which has been in operation at the same downtown location ever since. He constructed Collegiate Court in 1979 and operated the renowned restaurant, Carmines at that location for many years. Ralph attended Guardian Angels School and Park Street Collegiate Institute. He has been married to Dianne for 36 years. They have three children; Laura, Carmen John and Cara. Ralph remains passionate and committed to the City of Orillia and is ready to assume a new leadership role.

I am a friendly approachable individual who works well with others while maintaining a high attention to detail. I thrive in problem solving and believe if I do not know the answer to something I will find the answer; if I cannot find the answer I will find the person who knows the answer. I have a strong work ethic and know anything is possible with the right attitude. I am a highly motivated individual who is dedicated to the people of Orillia.

We have the ability to build a stronger, safer, more accessible community for all. It takes a community to raise a child and a community to build stronger partnerships across the City. As a Citizen of Orillia you are a member of that community, a community who has the ability to accomplish anything when we work together. Please reach out to me and your fellow community members to see how you can continue to help strengthen our great community.

My name is Jay Fallis and I am one of your Orillia Councillors for Ward 3.

Here is a little bit about me and my background:

As a young professional, I am energetic and hardworking. If you have a problem, I’ll be the person on your doorstep making sure it gets fixed. Additionally, I am very active in Orillia. I have been teaching part-time at Georgian College; I volunteer for both Helping Hands and the Lighthouse Shelter; and I wrote for the Packet & Times as a political columnist. Growing up, I was a student at Park Street Collegiate Institute.

I also have past experience in politics and journalism. I have a Master’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto and I have worked as a political aide. Additionally, I have been published in thirty newspapers across Canada including the Toronto Star, Ottawa Citizen, and Calgary Herald.

I always love to hear from people! If you ever have a comment, question, or idea, please feel free to reach out to me.

Pat was born in Orillia, then lived in Toronto and Alberta before returning to Orillia when she was 13 when her family settled in Orillia permanently. She attended both David H. Church Public School and ODCVI.

After High School, Pat attended Shaw’s Business College in Toronto and later Humber College. She travelled extensively, working for a year in London, England and at St. Andrews University, St. Andrews, Scotland before travelling across Europe and working briefly in Naples, Italy.

Pat is married to Terry Hehn, a Chartered Professional Accountant and retired partner of Hehn Trickey Professional Corporation. They have three children, David who is the Manager of Operations and Technology for the Ontario Liberal Party, James who is a director of a business in Dubai, and Sarah who lives in Orillia.

Pat retired as the Executive Director of North Simcoe Victim Crisis Services at the end of June, 2014. She spearheaded the formation of this programme which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2019. She is very proud of this programme and the service it offers to our community 24/7. Pat was named Orillia’s Citizen of the Year in 1999 for her work in starting Victim Services.

Prior to her work with Victim Services, Pat had her own practice as a Bereavement Counsellor and facilitated many community support groups. She also helped start Hospice Orillia as a member of the original Board of Directors and a volunteer. She also served on the inaugural Board of Bereavement Ontario Network and brought their annual conference to Geneva Park. For her work with the bereavement community, Pat was honoured with the Nelle Carter Woman of the Year Award by the Orillia Business Women’s Association in 1995.

Pat has always supported our community, being involved in many organizations throughout the years. She is committed to continuing her record of serving the community as best she can and welcomes your concerns.

Born in 1950 and raised in Orillia, I have spent the past 46 years working as an independent contractor. After 35 years as a painting contractor I now work in real estate.

I became involved in municipal affairs in 1991, accepting an appointment to Orillia's Committee of Adjustment. In 1997 I was elected to Orillia Municipal Council and served 4 consecutive terms concluding in 2010. Re-elected in 2018, I am currently serving my sixth term.

Over the years I have been fortunate to have had a personal involvement in the arts, sports, recreation, industry, police services, social services and the environment. This involvement has given me a keen awareness of how important all aspect of our community are to the overall health of the City. It has also allowed me to interact with the people whose energy and creativity drive this City and to share a sense of responsibility with those same community-minded people that make a difference.

I am committed to provide the public with the rationale behind the decisions and actions I support at Orillia's Municipal Council Meetings. To that end I will be reporting in on an ongoing basis at timlauer.ca.